Approve an ordinance ordering a special election to be held in the City of Austin on November 3, 2026, to submit to the voters proposed charter amendments, including a citizen-initiated charter amendment certified sufficient on June 22, 2026; providing for the conduct of the special election; authorizing the City Clerk to enter into joint election agreements with other local political subdivisions as may be necessary for the orderly conduct of the election; and declaring an emergency. Funding: F

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Approve an ordinance ordering a special election to be held in the City of Austin on November 3, 2026, to submit to the voters proposed charter amendments, including a citizen-initiated charter amendment certified sufficient on June 22, 2026; providing for the conduct of the special election; authorizing the City Clerk to enter into joint election agreements with other local political subdivisions as may be necessary for the orderly conduct of the election; and declaring an emergency. Funding: Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of the City Clerk.